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Belfast Telegraph
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
‘I knew it would be trailblazing': Co Armagh actor on new C4 comedy and getting to work with big names on screen
Ryan McParland opens up about his career and the 'wealth of talent' coming from NI as new comedy series airs That actor Ryan McParland says he's always 'been drawn to a challenge' is evident in his comprehensive, never reflective of being pigeonholed CV. Say Nothing, Derry Girls, Good Vibrations, Halo, Ballywalter, plus numerous stage appearances, the list goes on — and it continues to be a busy 2025 for the Mullaghbawn actor.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Death in Paradise star's forgotten sitcom on Prime Video and he's unrecognisable
A Channel 4 sitcom, starring a Death in Paradise favourite, is now trending on Prime Video despite having been released over a decade ago A sitcom featuring Ardal O'Hanlon that originally aired over a decade ago has found new popularity on Prime Video. London Irish, which first graced Channel 4 in 2013, boasts a star-studded cast including Death in Paradise's Ardal O'Hanlon and Derry Girls' Peter Campion. The show centres around a group of Belfast expats navigating life in London. The series was the brainchild of Lisa McGee, the creative force behind Derry Girls. Despite only running for six episodes and Channel 4 deciding against a second season, London Irish has found renewed interest. Now available on Prime Video, the show has been given the 'trending now' label, demonstrating its enduring appeal 12 years after its initial release. The cast also features Sinéad Keenan, known for her role in Unforgotten, Game of Thrones actor Ker Logan, No Offence's Tracey Lynch, and Kat Reagan, reports Wales Online. Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the creator and star of BBC's Fleabag, also makes a guest appearance in London Irish, portraying a character named Steph in one episode. The synopsis for London Irish reads: "Conor and Bronagh are twenty-something siblings from Northern Ireland who, along with friends Packy and Niamh, are trying to make their way through London life. "The foursome find navigating the big city challenging, particularly as they're playing by their own unique set of rules, leading to all sorts of mischief. "Conor is highly unpredictable and tends to just go with unbelievable things that tend to happen to him while his older sister, Bronagh, is the opposite of him - cynical, dark and fierce. Self-confident Niamh is ambitious and can be ruthless when she doesn't get what she wants. "Packy is the closest thing the group has to a parental figure and tries to keep the others in line but often gets dragged into their madness." Ardal, who portrays Chris in the sitcom, first gained recognition in Father Ted before joining BBC One's Death in Paradise as DI Jack Mooney. He left the popular drama series in 2020, but recently appeared in spin-off series Return to Paradise. His character featured remotely as part of a storyline with DI Mackenzie Clarke (Anna Samson).
Wales Online
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Death in Paradise star's forgotten sitcom is available to stream and he looks so different
Death in Paradise star's forgotten sitcom is available to stream and he looks so different A much-loved sitcom, starring Death in Paradise favourite Ardal O'Hanlon, appears to have been rediscovered by TV fans after being added to Prime Video London Irish aired on Channel 4 (Image: Channel 4 ) A forgotten sitcom starring Ardal O'Hanlon has started trending on Prime Video, despite having premiered over a decade ago. London Irish originally landed on Channel 4 back in 2013, starring many famous faces, including Death in Paradise star Ardal O'Hanlon and Derry Girls' Peter Campion. The series follows the lives of a group of Belfast expatriates living in the UK capital. Created by Lisa McGee - the brains behind Derry Girls - London Irish ran for six episodes, with Channel 4 then confirming there were no plans to bring the show back for a second season. London Irish is now available to stream on Prime Video and it's been awarded the 'trending now' tag, proving its still popular 12 years after its release. Ardal O'Hanlon in Death in Paradise (Image: BBC ) BBC launch huge Oasis coverage ahead of reunion gigs with entire night of music READ MORE: The cast is also made up of Sinéad Keenan, known for starring in Unforgotten, as well as Game on Thrones star Ker Logan, No Offence actress Tracey Lynch and Kat Reagan. Article continues below Phoebe Waller-Bridge, creator and star of BBC's Fleabag, also makes an appearance in London Irish, playing a character named Steph in one episode. A description for London Irish reads: "Conor and Bronagh are twenty-something siblings from Northern Ireland who, along with friends Packy and Niamh, are trying to make their way through London life. "Navigating the big city isn't easy for the foursome, especially because the rules they're playing by - rules that only they get - lead to a whole load of wrongdoings. "Conor is highly unpredictable and tends to just go with unbelievable things that tend to happen to him while his older sister, Bronagh, is the opposite of him - cynical, dark and fierce. Self-confident Niamh is ambitious and can be ruthless when she doesn't get what she wants. "Packy is the closest thing the group has to a parental figure and tries to keep the others in line but often gets dragged into their madness." London Irish stars Ardal as Chris 'Da' Lynch (Image: Channel 4 ) Article continues below Ardal, who plays Chris in the sitcom, initially rose to fame in Father Ted before joining BBC One's Death in Paradise as DI Jack Mooney. He exited the hit drama series in 2020, but recently starred in spin-off series Return to Paradise. His character appeared remotely as part of a storyline with DI Mackenzie Clarke (Anna Samson). London Irish is available to stream now on Prime Video.
Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Completely free streaming service rivalling Sky now available on more TVs
A streaming app that's been touted as a rival to Sky Glass will soon be available on more smart TVs. First launched in April last year, Freely is a relatively new free streaming service backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5, and gives users the ability to stream live and on-demand TV all in one place, without paying a subscription fee. It's similar to Sky Glass, which also lets viewers tune into hundreds of live and on-demand channels via a broadband connection, rather than an aerial. Viewers can pause and rewind live TV with the app too. While Sky Glass TV owners have to pay a minimum of £26 per month for content, Freely is, as the name suggests, completely free. Sky Glass does offer premium features that viewers won't find on Freely, however, such as personalisation for each member of the family, as well as the ability to 'bookmark' favourite shows. But now it's been announced that TVs powered by technology company Roku will have Freely installed, which includes models from brands including JVC, Logik, Sharp, METZ and Polaroid. Meanwhile, Hisense, Bush, Panasonic and Toshiba already sell TVs with the Freely app. Jonathan Thompson, CEO of Everyone TV, said of the news: 'Offering freely on the Roku operating system is a major milestone for us, as we continue to expand reach for the free streaming platform. 'We're delighted that as a huge global player, Roku has recognised the importance of easy and seamless access to public service broadcast content for UK audiences and I look forward to seeing Freely smart TVs with Roku in market this summer.' Freely replicates the terrestrial TV experience of browsing through a programme guide, meaning viewers can enjoy offerings from BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Film4, 5USA, U, Dave and many more. This includes classic favourites such as Race Across the World, Downton Abbey, Derry Girls and Gogglebox. Meanwhile, popular new shows that have landed recently include Death Valley, a cosy crime drama starring Timothy Spall, season two of BBC hit drama The Gold and The Secrets She Keeps, a gripping Australian thriller now available via Channel 4. Earlier this year, Freely announced the launch of 16 new channels, including three Channel 4 channels that viewers 'won't find anywhere else'. 4Reality will feature reality TV gold like Married at First Sight, while 4Homes will offer dream homes, renovations and design inspiration with shows like Grand Designs. The channel 4Life will bring travel, food and animals to screens with shows like The Dog House. There are 11 new Channel 5 live channels that were also added, including Police Interceptors, 5 Cops and Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. More Trending Six of these are exclusive to Freely and My5, including The Yorkshire Vet, GPs Behind Closed Doors and Milkshake. Freely has also recently launched two ITV channels called The Chase and Saturday Night Every Night, which are also available on ITVX. Akhila Khanna, ITV Director of Distribution, said at the time: 'At ITV we're proud to be part of Freely and making these channels available to the Freely TV Guide reinforces our commitment to delivering fantastic, free content through this innovative platform and showcases our continued collaboration with other leading UK broadcasters.' View More » A version of this article was published on April 16, 2025. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Michelle Keegan lines up eye-watering 'six-figure deal' in first job since having baby MORE: Sky's most affordable 4K TV yet launches – with no dish, box, and just £6 a month MORE: 13 of the best and most blood-curdling shark movies streaming right now
RTÉ News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
From sitcoms to sagas - TV's top dads
From grumpy sofa kings to emotionally complex crime lords, TV dads come in all shapes and sweater vests. They've made us laugh, cry, cringe and occasionally pick up the phone to call our own da. In honour of Father's Day, here's our pick of the most iconic and unforgettable dads to ever grace the small screen. Gerry Quinn - Derry Girls Played by: Tommy Tiernan The most underappreciated man in Derry. Surrounded by teenage chaos and chatty aunties, Gerry is the ultimate long-suffering dad, deadpan, dry, and deeply devoted. Philip Banks - The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Played by: James Avery Firm, fair, and full of fatherly wisdom, Uncle Phil wasn't just a dad; he was the rock of the Banks family and a guiding force for Will. A true TV icon. Homer Simpson - The Simpsons Voiced by: Dan Castellaneta Lovable, lazy, and often wildly inappropriate, Homer is the cartoon dad we all know and, somehow, love. His heart is in the right place, even if he isn't the smartest. Mick Carter - EastEnders Played by Danny Dyer From the Queen Vic to family drama, Mick Carter brought depth to the role of the pub landlord father. His struggles with literacy, his protective nature over his children, and his complex relationship with his own past made him one of soap opera's most compelling father figures. Jim Royle - The Royle Family Played by: Ricky Tomlinson King of the armchair and the sarcastic sigh, Jim is the sofa-bound dad who gave us some of the best deadpan one-liners in TV history. "My arse!" Tony Soprano - The Sopranos Played by: James Gandolfini A mafia boss with a therapist and a soft spot for his kids, Tony was complex, dangerous, and weirdly relatable. Possibly the most compelling TV dad of all time. Dan Conner - Roseanne / The Conners Played by: John Goodman Salt-of-the-earth and flannel-clad, Dan was the heart of the Conner family. He tackled life's challenges with humour, love, and plenty of dad wisdom. Ted Lasso - Ted Lasso Played by: Jason Sudeikis Part coach, part cheerleader, part philosopher - Ted is the dad who'll talk feelings and football. His optimism is infectious, his biscuits are legendary. Red Forman - That '70s Show Played by: Kurtwood Smith Gruff and no-nonsense, Red ruled with an iron glare and one famous threat: a foot up someone's ass. Beneath the bluster? A surprisingly big heart. Ned Stark - Game of Thrones Played by: Sean Bean Honourable to a fault, Ned tried to do right by his family - and paid the price. His legacy looms large, even long after that scene. Walter White - Breaking Bad Played by: Bryan Cranston What starts as a desperate dad trying to provide becomes a dark, explosive journey. Walter White is parenting goals… if those goals are extremely illegal and morally murky. Martin Crane - Frasier Played by: John Mahoney Down-to-earth and delightfully unimpressed, Martin brought warmth and reality to his posh sons' opera-fuelled antics. Dog in lap, beer in hand, he kept it real. Michael Bluth - Arrested Development Played by: Jason Bateman Stuck with the world's most dysfunctional family, Michael somehow kept (most of) his sanity while raising his son and parenting his own parents. Johnny Rose - Schitt's Creek Played by: Eugene Levy Elegant, earnest, and emotionally steady, Johnny evolved from fish-out-of-water to father-of-the-year material. Suitcases full of class and compassion.
